The technology behind hearing aids has advanced so much over the last few decades. There are now more options than ever for people that experience hearing loss, and there are a lot of different types of hearing aids to choose from. The type of hearing aids that you use will depend on a number of
One in eight people over the age of 12 in the US experience hearing loss in both ears and it’s very likely that you will have some form of hearing loss at some point in your life. This can have a huge impact on your life, making it difficult to engage in conversations, lowering your
Studies show that people who experience mild-to-severe hearing loss are much as five times more likely to develop dementia than those who don’t have hearing loss. The figure is higher for men than women, and the worse a person’s ability to hear is, the higher chance they have of developing dementia as they continue to
It’s safe to say that hearing loss can affect many different people throughout their lives. It isn’t always the case, but it can also be something that is linked to aging. Although babies, children and young adults can experience it, hearing loss does tend to be linked more with old age. And, as a result,
With much of the world wearing masks and face coverings, just about everyone is experiencing communication breakdowns, though some more than others. Many who did not believe they experienced hearing difficulties before, are seeing them come to light. As a result of this new attention on hearing and communication, “we have seen an influx of
When your message isn’t clear, frustration, stress, and embarrassment for the speaker and listener can occur. To keep your relationships strong and vibrant, below are several communication strategies. With these tips, everyone can communicate more effectively – hearing loss or not. Be Mindful of Distance Talking to someone who’s in a different room isn’t easy.
Hearing Health Awareness Month is a great time to inspire people to seek the right treatment for their hearing needs. It’s also a period to reflect upon how to stop hearing loss in the first place. Allison Audiology has been serving the Houston communities for 25 years. With hearing loss on the rise in America, John
During Hearing Health Awareness Month, the team has been reaching out to communities in Houston about their hearing challenges and questions. One question that’s arisen is why it takes so long for someone to seek treatment for a condition before it becomes more serious. Recent statistics from John Hopkins University show around 14 percent
One of the most common challenges those experiencing hearing loss face, is keeping a good rapport with those around them. Communication becomes murky and we slowly begin to unintentionally ignore people, not join in conversations or perhaps even misunderstand what someone is saying. You’ll learn to slowly but surely, lip read and try to keep up with
Hearing loss is a condition that many of us will experience at some point in our lives, most commonly as we age. At the very least, most people experience some degree of hearing loss in their old age, even if it is only minor. But it is something that can affect anyone of any age,